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Eskom quietly shed tender that would have given its logo a makeover
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Life
South Africa
Load shedding a golden thread in Amnesty International's report on human rights in SA
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DA explains job seekers grant as it announces party's economic policy
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Business
Anglo American rejects BHP's 'opportunistic' and 'unattractive' takeover offer
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The board of Anglo American has unanimously rejected global mining giant BHP's "opportunistic" proposed all-share takeover offer of the company valuing it at about...
Implats warns it could cut nearly 4 000 jobs, eyes 30% reduction in head office costs
Probe into FNB app glitch that leaked home loan applicant info nearly complete
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Eskom launches tender for 75MW solar plant at Lethabo
Sport
Under-pressure Stormers brace for Leinster backlash: 'Lose and we'll be in a world of trouble'
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Stormers director of rugby John Dobson is under no illusions about the importance of Saturday's URC clash against log-leaders Leinster at Cape Town Stadium.
Phepsi the new Siya? Sharks coach Plumtree reckons the experiment has promise
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URC teams and fixtures: Bulls name Smith at 10, Stormers' Harris reaches milestone
Entertainment
Boy Kills World: SA stars walk red carpet at screening of Hollywood movie filmed in Cape Town
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Emerald elegance: King Frederik and Queen Mary stun in new portraits adorned with historic jewels
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World
'They would destroy his regime': Syria steers clear of Israel-Hamas war, despite Iran ties
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Africa
Don't try to force a trophy hunting ban on Africa, says UK conservationist backed by Prince William
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The UK is close to banning the import of wildlife trophies. A campaigner for wildlife conservation with royal support says it should let African countries decide for...
Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone also roll out malaria vaccine
Burkina Faso army executed over 220 villagers in February, Human Rights Watch says
Tanzania denies rights abuse after World Bank suspends funds to R2.9 billion tourism project
US negotiates for 'orderly and responsible withdrawal' of troops from Niger, as Russia moves in
Arts + Culture
From Secunda to stardom: SA opera singer Innocent Masuku's journey to Britain's Got Talent glory
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Nkululeko Masuku shares his triumph as SA's newest rising star, who went from Mpumalanga to global fame, wowing BGT judges and setting the opera world ablaze.
Lawyer by day, hero by heart: Clark Kent lookalike becomes beloved Superman in Brazil
Theatre with a purpose: Finding the Light at the Artscape left audiences breathless
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
Metropolitan Museum of Art unveils a new vision: Celebrating 3000 years of African heritage
Relationships
Mel B opens up about her sexuality and long-term relationship with ex-girlfriend
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'I happened to fall in love with a woman and was with her for five years'
Is smart the new sexy? The complex truth behind intelligence and attraction
Why boxing coach Simon Domingos turned to Mzansi Magic's Date My Family to find love
Here’s why Angie and Brad are nowhere near settling their messy divorce battle
Conversations of courage inspired by compassionate Kate: Talking to kids about cancer
Motoring
Ford's new Tourneo Trend: Ultimate comfort meets diesel efficiency - we have SA pricing
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Refined luxury meets practicality on a cutting-edge platform in the new Ford Tourneo Trend.
Driving Kia's first electric car in SA: UK has its own problems, but local EV ownership isn't bad
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Kia's SA-bound Tasman bakkie could create a storm for Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger
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Wellness
What the hack? The TikTok cleaning tips that promise shine but deliver potential danger
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Books
Coming to FLF: Craig Higginson to talk about writing, readers – and ghosts
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Wine
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Travel
Travelstart launches new members-only app: Here’s how its perks and benefits stack up
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Food
Your guide to the perfect pork roast
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City Press
Acting North West premier caught in legal battle to remove Naledi municipal manager
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The head of corporate services in the municipality, Thabo Appolus, and three councillors took the municipality to court to challenge Segapo’s appointment as the...
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Property24
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